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Learning PowerShell with GitHub Copilot: Building a Hub–Spoke Networking Test
I wanted a project that would ensure that I keep my PowerShell skills and continued to learn new stuff. I chose to build a hub–spoke networking test with an Azure Firewall in the middle. It was complex enough to be interesting and a topic that I’m very familiar with. My PowerShell skills are somewhere in… Read more
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How I Accidentally Spent a stupid amount on a Test Firewall (And Built a Solution So It Never Happens Again)
Picture this: You’re sitting on a beach in Thailand, coconut in hand, completely disconnected from work. Life is good. Then you make the mistake of checking your Azure bill. $650 For one month. For a test subscription that should cost maybe $50. The culprit? One Azure Firewall. Premium tier. Running 24/7 for two weeks while I was… Read more
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Simplifying Azure IPAM Hierarchies with Terraform: Two Approaches
Azure Virtual Network Manager (AVNM) has recently gone GA with a powerful new feature: IP Address Management (IPAM). I’ve been diving deep into this feature—exploring how to implement it using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and designing operational models around it. Link to the module. While working with IPAM, I encountered a few challenges when designing a… Read more
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Getting Started with Azure Front Door and Private Link for Container Apps
Since the support for container apps as private link enabled origins for azure front door in GA. I took a look at how easy it is to get started using it. The announcement can be found here. I followed this easy guide and this is what I learned from setting it up in the Azure… Read more
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Deploy Maester with Terraform: A Simple Guide
Maester is a PowerShell-based framework for automating security testing within Microsoft environments, developed by Merill Fernando, Faben Bader, and Thomas Naunheim. This blog post discusses an easy approach to deploying Maester using Terraform for managing Microsoft tenant security settings. The configuration enables monthly security checks and email notifications for any issues. The tool is set… Read more
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Mastering Azure Virtual Network Manager for Security and Efficiency
The Azure Virtual Network Manager (AVNM) transforms the task of altering network infrastructure into a simplified process. It enables users to configure network topologies, change hubs, and implement security rules efficiently. The interface allows for quick modifications. AVNM manages security admin rules centrally, ensuring network owners cannot override them. Additionally, it deploys User-Defined Routes (UDR)… Read more